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General Manager - Surgery & Theatres

On-site in Manchester·Full-time·Added today (last checked 9 Nov)

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

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Our summary

Salary: £79,504 - £91,609 a year
About £4,720 - £5,310 a month after tax.
Work mode: On-site, Manchester
Contract: Permanent, full-time hours
Closing date: Apply by Monday 16 November

Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

Graduate or or equivalent level of experience
Managerial experience or qualification equivalent to post graduate diploma.
Master’s degree or equivalent experience.
Knowledge of specific area acquired through a degree or equivalent experience or training.
Highly specialist knowledge of managing within a NHS healthcare setting e.g. Finance, HR, project/programme management/change
Highly detailed knowledge and experience of managing performance, capacity, demand and activity
Knowledge of managing staff within a healthcare setting and significant experience of managing a Directorate.
Knowledge and experience of project/programme management
Proven experience of and demonstrable achievement in managing healthcare services
Management of resources with a good track record with change management, efficiency savings and financial recovery plans
Experience of developing and maintaining effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in the redesign of services
Experience of project management and imaginative planning.
Experience of modernising services without additional resources
Experience of budget setting and managing multiple budgets.
Experience of managing a diverse team
Measurable track record in involving and motivating staff to improve performance
Experience of successfully managing the implementation of change.
Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice
Experience of identifying education and training needs of staff utilising
Evidence of continuous professional development.
Experience in clinical audit/benchmarking.
Experienced in complaints management
Mobility to travel across sites.
Can use constructive criticism and openly seeks to review and reflect on own style and presentation.
Resilient and self-motivated with drive and vision, a can do attitude and is able to work on own initiative and manage a range of priorities against competing agendas.

The role

The successful candidate must have demonstrable previous experience working within a theatre environment, with a strong understanding of theatre operations, utilisation, capacity planning, and the challenges of managing competing clinical and operational priorities. Experience in analysing and interpreting complex data to support service improvement, performance monitoring, and evidence-based decision-making is essential. The candidate should also have experience in line management, resource planning, and supporting financial and capital investment processes, including equipment bids and business cases. Excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills are required, alongside the ability to work collaboratively with clinical and operational teams to maintain patient safety, improve efficiency, and support the effective delivery of theatre and outpatient services.

What you'll do

Provide operational management and oversight of theatre and outpatient services across WTWA, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient service delivery.
Monitor theatre utilisation, capacity, productivity, and performance, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Collect, analyse, and interpret complex operational data to produce reports, dashboards, and performance information to support evidence-based decision-making.
Work closely with clinical leads, theatre teams, and operational managers to improve patient flow, reduce cancellations, and maximise theatre utilisation.
Provide line management, leadership, supervision, and support to relevant staff, promoting staff development, wellbeing, and accountability.
Support the development of business cases, capital bids, and equipment replacement plans, ensuring investment proposals are supported by robust data and service needs.
Monitor medical equipment requirements, maintenance, replacement priorities, and associated risks to support safe clinical services.
Identify operational risks, implement improvement plans, and escalate issues that may affect patient safety, service capacity, or performance.
Lead and support service improvement initiatives using performance data, audit findings.
Manage competing priorities across theatres and outpatient services, ensuring resources are aligned with operational demands and patient care requirements.

Desirable criteria

Experience or qualification relating to specialty
Experience in workforce planning.
Experience in setting establishments and using workforce toolkits including dependency tools.
Experience in R&D

Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

About Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Industry: Health and social care

In their own words

About the company & team

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider, the largest of its kind in specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30,000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation, and transformation across Greater Manchester.
As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our strategic objectives. You will lead complex programmes, drive operational excellence, and influence Trust-wide transformation, working collaboratively with or through Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for our patients, staff, and communities.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision, and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high-impact projects, develop future talent, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development.
Join us to make a lasting impact—help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation, and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond.